It
is a bit complicated to answer the question of whether the remains in
this tomb in the cathedral in Seville, Spain are really those of
Christopher Columbus, since his "remains" underwent several journeys
over the centuries after his death in 1506. See, for example, Where Is He Buried?

In the testing center, you will complete the five identification questions, the surprise question, timeline and the essay using Wordpad on a computer. You will then log into Blackboard to submit that part of the exam and to complete the map quiz part of the exam.

For the Map quiz, you already have a copy of the
Blank Western Civilization Map
and the list of HIS 101 Map Items to be located on the map. On the exam, when you log into Blackboard, you will see a blank map with numbers on it, and you will have to put one of the items for each of the numbers on the map. Check some recommended sources for map study.

The identification items will be taken from the Key Terms listed in the units. In a few sentences of about a paragraph length for each historical term, you will be asked to completely identify that term and note its importance. See the
Sample Test Items.

The surprise question will be taken from the Questions to Consider listed in the units. The surprise question will require about a long paragraph to complete.

For the timeline, in chronological order, indicate what you would identify as the ten most important events in world history. Briefly explain your selection of each event. (You do not have to give specific dates, but you do need to give approximate dates.) See the
Sample Test Items.

The Essay, approximately two-three pages in length, that you will write in the testing lab is as follows:

Do these excerpts from Columbus' log provide us with any useful information about the native societies of these islands? For example, what? Cite specific evidence. (A copy of the text will be provided for you.)

Please take the time to organize your thoughts
in a logical manner. Please be sure to read the short background information and study questions accompanying
Columbus' Log before you take your exam.

Directions for Taking the Final Exam

Please review the ELI rules and regulations for examinations and the information on the course page in Blackboard about finding your exam passes and taking the course exams.

If you live outside metropolitan Washington or are
incarcerated or handicapped, see the information in the general ELI Policies and Procedures for exam proctors.

Please do not let fear of the exams stop you from
completing the course. If you have great difficulty getting to a Testing Center or are concerned about taking exams, please contact your instructor.

There is no specific time limit, but it is recommended that you allow at least 3 hours to complete the exam.

YOU CANNOT USE YOUR TEXT, NOTES, ELECTRONIC DEVICE OR ANY BOOKS TO TAKE THIS EXAM.

NOTE: you will see your score for the map quiz immediately. Your instructor will grade the remainder of your exam and post your total score on the Blackboard gradebook. You will also receive feedback on your exam.

The Final is worth a maximum of 250 points. You must pass the final exam with a grade of "C" (175/250) or better to earn a passing grade of "C" or better in this course.